I have been looking forward to getting my hands on Whisky Review: Isle of Skye 12-Year-Old from s) Tasting Notes: Isle of Skye 12-Year-Old Vital Stats: Blended scotch. and priced at $27.99. Fragrant oaky vanilla hints on the nose with scents of warm baking spices, citrus, and green, it promises genuine character.
Nose
Fragrant oaky vanilla hints on the nose with scents of warm baking spices, citrus, and green apples. offers flavor notes of dried apricot, gooseberry, and spice. Iain Weir, Brand Director for Isle of Skye Blended Scotch Whisky said in a prepared statement, We are delighted to share the updated Isle of Skye range with the U.S. The unique, rich flavors of the whisky are a testament to the careful blending and premium malts and grain that we use to create it. Our stunning new packaging really tells the story of the brand and showcases its heritage on the ancient Isle of Skye. The full range of Isle of Skye Blended Scotch Whisky is now available in the U.S. market nationwide at select retailers in 700 ml sized bottles. We review Isle of Skye 12-Year-Old, a blend of peated island malts that have been matched with Speyside and Highland malts as well as grain whiskies. (image via Ian Macleod Distillers) Tasting Notes: Isle of Skye 12-Year-Old Vital Stats: Blended scotch, 700 ml bottle SRP $27.99. Appearance: Golden amber. Nose: Fragrant oaky vanilla hints on the nose with scents of warm baking spices, citrus, and green apples. Palate: On the palate are gentle flavor notes of honey, golden raisins, toffee, and a touch of cinnamon, with hints of sweet black licorice and smoke. Bright, light-bodied blend with fruity sweet aromas rounded out by a flavor profile thats straightforward and moderately complex. The texture is smooth and slightly creamy with a medium finish. Overall, an easy sipping whisky that would be an ideal component in a hand-crafted scotch whisky cocktail.
Palate
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by Whiskeyful or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
The Bottom Line
Whisky Review: Isle of Skye 12-Year-Old is fine — not bad, not great, just fine. At $27.99. Fragrant oaky vanilla hints on the nose with scents of warm baking spices, citrus, and green, I think there are better options in this range if you are willing to look around.
